But whether you're DIY-ing or leaning on an STR manager, the goal is to make it work for you.

@Joseph Smith you should get familiar with market fundamentals that drive long term growth if that’s your goal.

Your only goal is to find a deal.

My goal in 2024 is to buy my first investment property and grow my portfolio from there.

Amend numbers accordingly, but I will say, typically, if your goal is scaling and growing your net worth and deal size, you can't be buying turnkey rentals (if you are).  

A good CPA should be well versed in REI and not pessimistic about the goals you have set for yourself.

But this is more common with traditional owner occupant listings.

I have spent years just doing that dreaming and now I am looking to set some goals and achieve them.Originally from central Florida and now primarily living abroad.

Also, I'm not sure how your numbers work out..Take a look at my post here, being a real life example why selling CAN BE much more cost effective than re-renting your personal residence:  https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/48/topics/1169308-equit...I personally wouldn't have a rental with a pool because of the liability.As far as reinvestment, that depends on you strategy and goals. 

@AJ StanisYou've encountered a common issue in a trust administration.